Iran arms deal probe widens as Congress gears up
Senate subpoenas CIA deputy head and documents in a widening probe into secret arms sales to Iran and profits diverted to Nicaraguan rebels. President Reagan says cabinet members may invoke the Fifth Amendment when testifying. Congress plans special committees, with divisions over Reagan’s Iran policy and the Contra aid ban. Deliberations continue as lawmakers weigh a potential special session.
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Speakes to Stay On As Spokesman Until Successor Ready
Larry Speakes announced he would remain Washington press secretary until his successor is ready. He said resignation was considered but staying two months would give the president time to choose a replacement amid the Iran arms sales and Nicaragua aid controversy.
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